Get ready to transform your kitchen into a heavenly autumn paradise with these irresistible Pumpkin Caramel Sticky Buns that will make your taste buds dance with delight! Imagine warm, gooey caramel cascading over soft, pumpkin-spiced rolls that promise to be the ultimate comfort food this season. These decadent treats combine the rich, velvety flavors of pumpkin and caramel in a mouthwatering pastry that's guaranteed to become your new fall obsession. Whether you're craving a show-stopping breakfast or a dessert that screams cozy indulgence, these sticky buns are about to become your new culinary superstar!
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 package refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 1 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This will ensure that your pumpkin caramel sticky buns bake evenly and rise perfectly.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix well until all the ingredients are thoroughly combined and the mixture is smooth.
- Open the package of refrigerated crescent roll dough and carefully unroll it on a clean surface. Make sure to keep the dough in one large sheet rather than separating it into triangles.
- Spread the pumpkin mixture evenly over the surface of the crescent roll dough, leaving a small border around the edges to prevent overflow.
- Starting from one edge, gently roll the dough into a tight log, encasing the pumpkin filling inside. Pinch the seams to seal the roll and ensure that the filling does not leak out during baking.
- Once rolled, slice the log into 12 equal pieces using a sharp knife or a serrated knife. Each piece should be about 1 inch thick.
- In a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, pour the caramel sauce evenly across the bottom. This will create a delicious sticky layer for the buns.
- Arrange the sliced rolls on top of the caramel sauce in the baking dish, spacing them evenly apart. They will expand while baking, so give them a little room.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil to prevent the tops from browning too quickly. Place it in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes.
- After 20 minutes, remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes, or until the buns are golden brown and cooked through.
- Once done, remove the baking dish from the oven and allow the sticky buns to cool for about 5 minutes. This will help the caramel sauce set slightly.
- To serve, carefully invert the baking dish onto a serving platter so that the caramel side is facing up. Gently lift off the dish, allowing the sticky buns to release from the bottom.
- Enjoy your warm pumpkin caramel sticky buns fresh out of the oven, drizzled with any remaining caramel sauce if desired!
Tips
- • For the most tender and flaky buns, ensure your crescent roll dough is slightly chilled but not too cold • Use a sharp serrated knife when slicing the roll to get clean, even pieces • Don't skip lining the bottom of the pan with caramel sauce - this creates the signature "sticky" texture • Allow the buns to rest for 5 minutes after baking to let the caramel set and make removing them easier • For extra indulgence, serve warm and consider adding a light dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of additional caramel • If you want a more pronounced pumpkin flavor, you can add a teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice to the filling mixture
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 280kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 5mg
